Overall score
Frederickton
28.4/100
Gladstone
32.0/100
Frederickton vs Gladstone, NSW suburb comparison
Frederickton for investment and value; Gladstone for families and schools.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
FredericktonGladstone
Crime rate
Frederickton
164.3 / 1k
Gladstone
163.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Frederickton
11
Gladstone
17
Population
Frederickton
1,452
Gladstone
437
Metric leadFrederickton 3Gladstone 7across 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for familiesGladstone
- Best for investmentFrederickton
- Best for best valueFrederickton
- Best for best schoolsGladstone
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Frederickton | Gladstone |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 28.4/100 | 32.0/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 88.3/100 | 74.6/100 |
| Crime rate | 164.3 / 1k | 163.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 1 | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 31 | 16 |
| Walkability | 30.0/100 | 41.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 11 | 17 |
| Planning activity | 5 | 1 |
| Population | 1,452 | 437 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Frederickton is a slower-paced smaller community with open surrounds, and Gladstone is a regional smaller community that feels self-contained without feeling remote.
Frederickton tends to lead on housing affordability and a quieter safety profile, while Gladstone stands out for walkability and nearby cafés and amenities.
Investors and value-focused buyers may find Frederickton the better fit, while families and households prioritising schools are more likely to prefer Gladstone.